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Framework Agreement for the Maintenance, Service and Repair of HVAC Systems, Air Source and Ground Source Heat Pumps

DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

23 Dec 2024 at 15:44

Tender

05 Sep 2024 at 14:16

Summary of the contracting process

Durham County Council has completed the procurement process for a Framework Agreement for the Maintenance, Service, and Repair of HVAC Systems, Air Source, and Ground Source Heat Pumps, covering a diverse range of properties including office accommodation, public buildings, educational establishments, leisure facilities, and fire and rescue stations within the UKC14 region. The procurement, initiated through an open procedure, culminated in the award of the contract on 17 December 2024 to Acrol Air Conditioning as the primary supplier, with Airco Refrigeration and Air Conditioning in a reserve capacity. This framework agreement ensures comprehensive servicing, maintenance, and emergency repairs for HVAC systems, reflecting the council’s commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in public facility management.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities, especially for companies specialising in HVAC system services, maintenance, and repairs. Companies with expertise in servicing diverse types of properties and those capable of providing round-the-clock emergency support would find this framework particularly advantageous. The agreement emphasises quality and price equally in its award criteria, allowing skilled small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to compete effectively. Given the planned duration of up to four years, successful bidders can secure a steady stream of work, fostering long-term stability and growth within this essential service sector.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Maintenance, Service and Repair of HVAC Systems, Air Source and Ground Source Heat Pumps

Notice Description

This contract is for a Framework Agreement to provide the complete servicing/maintenance and any breakdown repairs of Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, Air Source and Ground Source Heat Pumps within various Durham County Council and other managed buildings and associated bodies' facilities. The contract is to cover a wide and diverse range of properties, including office accommodation, public buildings, educational establishments including Academies, leisure facilities, fire and rescue stations etc.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This contract is for a Framework Agreement to provide the complete servicing/maintenance and any breakdown repairs of Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, Air Source and Ground Source Heat Pumps within various Durham County Council and other managed buildings and associated bodies' facilities. The contract is to cover a wide and diverse range of properties, including office accommodation, public buildings, educational establishments including Academies, leisure facilities, fire and rescue stations etc.

Options: The initial duration of the proposed Framework Agreement is 2 years subject to the right of the Council (at its sole discretion) to exercise its option to extend for a term of 1 year plus an additional term of 1 year or terms to be determined by the Council (at its sole discretion) but for an additional overall term of no greater than a further 2 years from the actual end date. The maximum length of the Framework contract is therefore 4 years.

Renewal: The initial duration of the proposed Framework Agreement is 2 years subject to the right of the Council (at its sole discretion) to exercise its option to extend for a term of 1 year plus an additional term of 1 year or terms to be determined by the Council (at its sole discretion) but for an additional overall term of no greater than a further 2 years from the actual end date. The maximum length of the Framework contract is therefore 4 years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-049869
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041445-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
kay.duthie@durham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 5UQ
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC14 Durham

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Neville's Cross
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

ACROL AIR CONDITIONING

AIRCO REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING

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